Welcome to Contract Specialist Jobs

Find out what it takes to succeed as a contract specialist by exploring job requirements, preferred qualifications, potential employers, and more. Contracts specialists are highly sought-after professionals in numerous industries, including federal government, healthcare, and technology.

Job Requirements

Contract specialists typically require a bachelor's degree in business or a related field and experience with contract negotiation and management. Understanding of contract law and regulatory requirements is a must.

Career Path and Progression

With experience, contract specialists can advance to positions like contract manager, director of contracts, or even vice president of contracts, managing larger contract portfolios and teams.

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$82K - $102K *

Explore a hands-on role delivering 3D BIM models for diverse facilities. Join a dynamic team focused on sustainability, leveraging innovative technologies for digital transformation in the AEC industr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$86K - $107K *

Champion the transformation of facilities through advanced 3D BIM modeling and reality capture technologies, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver sustainable solutions for complex projects...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $167K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative contracting strategies and guiding compliance for complex government contracts. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize risk management and drive successful o...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of procurement by managing critical raw materials logistics, ensuring cost efficiency and supplier oversight. Lead a dedicated team while collaborating globally to secure supply conti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $113K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare projects by overseeing the efficient coordination of MEP systems, ensuring quality management, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships for successful...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team focused on contract management, ensuring compliance and strategic negotiation to enhance business outcomes while promoting process improvements and risk management solutions...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Oversee a team of procurement professionals in driving supplier strategies, ensuring compliance, and enhancing supplier performance to achieve operational excellence and meet business objectives in th...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $221K *

Deliver impactful supplier capacity planning and risk management while leading a global procurement team. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to optimize supply chain operations, ensuring quali...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $167K *

Join a team that's managing transformative transit and public works projects from inception to completion, ensuring effective coordination, communication, and adherence to budget and scope while foste...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$93K - $124K *

Take ownership of commercial office space projects, ensuring seamless coordination of schedule, scope, and budget while driving stakeholder communication and optimizing project design for a high-profi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $150K *

Optimize project management across multiple real estate projects, guiding teams from initiation to completion while fostering collaboration and innovative solutions to meet strategic objectives and cl...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee and manage real estate projects, collaborating with clients from initiation to completion while driving strategic objectives and leading innovative solutions across mult...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $150K *

Manage diverse real estate projects by delivering strategic consulting services, coordinating resources, and ensuring timelines and quality standards are met for high-profile clients, while fostering...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing real estate projects from inception to completion, ensuring seamless execution by coordinating resources and timelines, while fostering client relationships and delivering...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $150K *

Collaborate with diverse teams to manage high-profile real estate projects from initiation to completion, ensuring client objectives are met through effective planning, resource allocation, and innova...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming project management in real estate by driving innovative solutions, managing complex projects from start to finish, and collaborating with clients to achieve exceptional...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$91K - $128K *

Shape project success by managing financials, team coordination, and stakeholder communication for HVAC and BAS controls projects. Drive customer satisfaction through effective project management and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$97K - $156K *

Execute procurement strategies for the Steel category, collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure quality and compliance while managing supplier relationships and driving cost efficiency...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$59K - $164K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic sourcing and procurement solutions that enhance performance and create lasting value for clients. Leverage your expertise in data analytics and project managem...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $164K *

Drive procurement innovations by developing strategies that enhance operational capabilities and deliver significant cost savings. Collaborate with teams to interpret data-driven insights, ultimately...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $164K *

Drive strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives to enhance client value, leveraging data analytics and cost optimization strategies to achieve substantial business outcomes within a dynamic and c...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $164K *

Lead the charge in innovative sourcing strategies that drive financial impact while fostering valuable client relationships. Utilize advanced analytics to transform procurement practices and deliver e...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $164K *

Lead the charge in enhancing procurement strategies while utilizing data analytics to optimize supply chain performance. Drive impactful cost solutions for clients through strategic sourcing and innov...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $164K *

Transform procurement strategies by leveraging data analytics to enhance efficiency and deliver substantial financial impact. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to create robust sourcing models and...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $164K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative sourcing strategies, optimize procurement processes, and enhance client partnerships. Leverage data analytics and creative problem-solving to deliver impactful...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a contract specialist do?question toggle

    A contract specialist drafts, evaluates, negotiates, and executes contracts. They ensure that contracts adhere to laws and regulations and protect a company's legal and financial interests.

  • What industries employ contract specialists?question toggle

    Almost every industry requires contract specialists. Popular industries include government, healthcare, technology, and military defense.

  • How much can a contract specialist earn?question toggle

    At Ladders, we host contract specialist jobs paying $100k and above. However, the salary may vary depending on location, industry, and level of experience.

  • What skills are required for a contract specialist job?question toggle

    Some key skills include negotiation, attention to detail, understanding of contract laws, excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities.